#9E9097 Hex Color
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The hex code #9e9097 is a muted, ashy pink with strong gray undertones and low saturation. Its medium-light value creates a gentle, mature feel for cosmetics, fashion, romance, and children’s products. Use it as a supporting tone beside ink navy or espresso brown. Black text provides about 6.9:1 contrast, making it suitable for readable body copy.
Questions about #9e9097
What is #9e9097 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9e9097 is rgb(158, 144, 151), in HSL hsl(330, 7%, 59%) and in CMYK 0%, 9%, 4%, 38%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #9e9097?
#9e9097 pairs well with navy, espresso brown, charcoal, and soft neutrals, which reinforce its ashy pink character without making the palette feel overly sweet, especially in fashion, beauty, and gentle editorial designs.
Is #9e9097 readable on white or black?
#9e9097 has a 3.04:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.88:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.